An experiment in applied philanthropy, the Occidental Fine Arts Center mission is to develop exceptional artists and explore how their skills can serve community connection and healing.
The Seattle Prize
A fellowship dedicated to identifying and nurturing exceptional artists to create masterful works that explore profound human experiences. This program is the foundation of our mission, cultivating the high-level skill necessary for creating art that can truly heal.
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The Love Portrait Program
Our warm-up phase where we commission meaningful portraits using Rehumanist themes. These works explore emotional states and human experiences, serving both the subjects and the broader community through public display at the ArtLove Salon.
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We believe in the power of traditional art to connect us, to heal divisions, and to remind us of our shared humanity. Our programs are designed to be a living demonstration of this belief—art as a service, a gift, and a bridge.